Writing
Verulam Writers' Circle The place to go for honest critique, believe me it's not fluffy and cuddly but if you really want to learn, it's what you need! Oh, and they're quite entertaining over a pint or two as well!
If Shakespeare... The VWC blog, written by VWC members and guests
The View From Here Magazine OK, I'm biased, they published me first, but they like new talent so contact them if you want some exposure!
Shortbread Stories Yep, I'm biased again, I'm on here too, but if it's exposure you're after, you can publish here too! (Check the small print as always folks!)
And some great writers
Kate Allan Regency romance novelist and the lady who started the Get Writing ball rolling
Jenny Barden Just completed her historic novel To the Ends of the World, one to watch
Steve Barley Writer, parent and househusband
K J Bennett A man in search of a publisher
Mark Clementson Writer, TV Producer and now Radio Verulam star!
Ian Cundell Expert in business writing and journalism, with a very loud website! Oh, and Chairman of VWC!
Susan K Franklin Children and YA author with a very exciting adult project underway too
Toby Frost Author of the Space Captain Smith series, new stuff in progress and he likes Libertine, so he must be all right!!
Mandy Knight Is quite extraordinary. Here's where you can learn why!
Julie Mayhew Watch out for this name, she's gonna be a bestseller
J L Merrow Writer of fantastical m/m erotica but shockingly she doesn't drink tea!!!
Jonathan Pinnock and his Write Stuff website. Short story writer extraordinaire, with wit to die for (and you just might...) Also check out his Mrs Darcy vs The Aliens here
Dave Weaver Unreal - stories from a different place
Oscar Windsor-Smith Blog for the writer of wonderfully atmospheric short stories and certainly a peer worth revering!
Wildlife
Herts & Middlesex Badger Group Go on, join them, you'll meet great people, learn about wildlife and help badgers too! What's not to like?
Herts & Middlesex Bat Group Want to learn about bats? Already know stuff and want to help with surveys or bat rescues? Another lovely bunch of people with big hearts, especially if you're a bat!
Herts & Middlesex Wildlife Trust The people to know if you want to learn about wildlife. A selection of courses are available for great prices, and yet another great bunch of people. Spotting a theme yet?
Music
Musicbrick.com Write about the songs that mean something to you. It's like an online diary but with a soundtrack! Plus you'll discover new music and find other musically minded people too!
Fantasy
British Fantasy Society Of which I am a member!
If you have a website that you would like mentioned, contact me and let me know.